Stonebridge appoints Steve Swyny as national recruitment manager

Today, Stonebridge Mortgage & Protection Network has announced the appointment of Steve Swyny as national recruitment manager to drive network growth. 

Tabitha Lambie | Editor, Protection Reporter
31st July 2025
New hire
"Having spent many years in Financial Services helping business owners choose a network and supporting them through that transaction, I’ve seen firsthand how important that decision is for their long-term success."
- Steve Swyny, national recruitment manager at Stonebridge Mortgage & Protection Network

Prior to this appointment, Steve Swyny served as area director at Just Mortgages. In the past, he’s also worked as commercial director at First 4 Bridging, head of training & development at Dynamo, and director at SMS Financial Solutions Ltd. 

In his new role, Steve will drive network growth and support its ongoing commitment to accelerating that expansion. He reports to Lesley Sharkey, recruitment & growth director at Stonebridge Mortgage & Protection Network. 

“Having spent many years in Financial Services helping business owners choose a network and supporting them through that transaction, I’ve seen firsthand how important that decision is for their long-term success. 

“I’m looking forward to continuing that work as part of the Stonebridge recruitment team. It’s a great opportunity to contribute to a network that prioritises the needs of its firms and provides the right support to help them succeed,” he said. 

Rob Clifford, CEO of Stonebridge Mortgage & Protection Network, added: “Steve’s role is vital as we continue to attract AR firms and advisers to the network. His appointment also follows closely on the heels of Joanna Purdy, who joined us as a national compliance manager earlier this month.”

READ MORE: Stonebridge appoints new national compliance manager to oversee field supervision 

Joanna oversees field supervision and supports enhancements to compliance processes across the network. “The network’s industry reputation and commitment to both member firms and employees appealed to me,” she said.

More like this
Latest from Financial Reporter
Latest from Property Reporter
CLOSE
Subscribe
to our newsletter

Join a community of over 8,000 intermediaries and keep up-to-date with industry news and upcoming events via our newsletter.